I don't usually enjoy high school/college romances, but Sarah Sprinz and her Dunbridge Academy is different and I loved this book! Although this friends-to-lovers story is aimed at the YA audience, Sarah's writing is engaging and enjoyable for all ages. Even action scenes were written so well that I I felt felt my adrenaline increasing along with the characters! In addition to being extremely well written, the plot development was great and characters development deep and believable. I found myself staying up way too late to read, just one more chapter, and just one more chapter...

Mr Acevedo's advice was 👌 and made me wonder why I couldn't have had teachers like that?! This installment of the Dunbridge Academcy, in particular, would be a great story to illustrate to young people the consequences of actions. It also sets up things perfectly for the next installment in the series- I can't wait!!

My favourite quotes:
“Drunks and small children always tell the truth” - Sooooo true!
"There were more reasons to be with her, than not to be with her” 🥹
“True friends support you unconditionally in the things you like doing”

Touching romance set in a charming German town. The story follows two characters dealing with their pasts who find comfort and growth in each other. Sprinz’s characters are relatable and well-developed, making their journeys of healing feel real.

I found myself really rooting for the main characters and feeling their highs and lows. The book has a warm and thoughtful mood, with a good mix of sad and happy moments that kept me engaged. Sprinz’s writing vividly brings the setting and characters to life. If you enjoy heartfelt romances, this book is definitely worth picking up.

I love this book. There’s something undeniably sexy about a friends to lovers romance that gets me every time and Sprinz didn’t disappoint with her un-put-down-able and deliciously angsty story.

This was a new author to me… I wasn’t aware that it was the second book in a series of three, but it didn’t matter as it was great as a stand-alone story.

I devoured this book… I loved the plot and the characters… the setting was fantastic and I can’t wait for the next instalment.
I related to Tori in so many ways and Sinclair… OMG… I fell in love with him! As for Val, well I hope he gets what’s coming to him!!!

I received this as an ARC via netgalley for an honest review… Thank-You for the chance to read a great story!

Full review to come.